Virtual Chelsea

In conversation: Nicki Chapman and Simon Lycett

Join presenter and RHS Chelsea regular Nicki Chapman and floral expert Simon Lycett as they create a stunning display while reminiscing about their favourite moments at the world’s greatest flower show

BBC presenter and former Pop Idol judge Nicki joins Simon at RHS Garden Wisley to create a magnificent centrepiece out of sustainable, British flowers.

They reminisce about their favourite moments at RHS Chelsea including, meeting the Royal Family, comedian Peter Kay and share behind-the-scenes stories about the show.

Plants similar to those recommended by Nicki and Simon

Viburnum opulus 'Sterile'
  • 2.5–4 metres
  • 2.5–4 metres
<em>Viburnum</em> <em>opulus</em> 'Sterile'
Fritillaria persica
  • 0.5–1 metres
  • 0.1–0.5 metres
<em>Fritillaria</em> <em>persica</em>
Syringa vulgaris 'Charles Joly' (d)
  • 2.5–4 metres
  • 2.5–4 metres
<em>Syringa</em> <em>vulgaris</em> 'Charles Joly' (d)
Viburnum opulus 'Sterile'
  • 2.5–4 metres
  • 2.5–4 metres
<em>Viburnum</em> <em>opulus</em> 'Sterile'
Fritillaria persica
  • 0.5–1 metres
  • 0.1–0.5 metres
<em>Fritillaria</em> <em>persica</em>
Syringa vulgaris 'Charles Joly' (d)
  • 2.5–4 metres
  • 2.5–4 metres
<em>Syringa</em> <em>vulgaris</em> 'Charles Joly' (d)
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